Senior Manager Statistical Programming

Debiopharm International SA; Vaud; On-site; CHF 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal-Pay certified

Collaborative culture

Oncology focus

Growth opportunities

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Debiopharm International SA, based in Lausanne, Switzerland, seeks a Senior Manager of Statistical Programming to lead a skilled team and drive digitalization in clinical data processing. The role focuses on delivering high-quality programming outputs for complex studies while shaping AI adoption and data science initiatives.

You will collaborate cross-functionally with Biostatistics, Data Management, IT, and Clinical Development to ensure compliant, timely study reporting.

Qualifications

• MSc in Statistics, Biostatistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or equivalent.
• At least 7 years of statistical programming experience in pharmaceutical clinical development.
• Extensive knowledge of SAS software and computing techniques.
• Thorough understanding of clinical trial design, reporting processes, and software development/validation methodologies.
• Proactive communicator with cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of statistical programmers, overseeing resource planning, talent acquisition, and professional development.
• Drive the roadmap for AI adoption and new technical solutions for integrating and reporting clinical data.
• Ensure the quality and timelines of all programming deliverables (datasets, TLFs) for study reports and integrated summaries.
• Provide technical guidance to CRO partners to ensure efficient, integrated project reporting and adherence to standards.
• Ensure all activities adhere to GCP, SOPs, and regulatory requirements for electronic data submissions.
• Partner with Biostatistics, Data Management, IT, and Clinical Development functions.

Skills

Statistical programming

SAS

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

MSc in Statistics

Tools

SAS

Job description

Description

Together, we innovate, we impact, we grow ! At Debiopharm, every step we take is guided by one purpose: improving the lives of people affected by cancer and infectious diseases. As a privately-owned Swiss biopharmaceutical company, we’re driven by science, but above all, by the people behind every treatment — the patients and their families.

Through our unique development only model, we bring forward promising therapies and transform them into treatments that can reach those who need them most, faster.

We are currently looking for a motivated and collaborative professional to join our Biostatistics and Data Management (R&D) Department based at our Headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland as

Senior Manager, Statistical Programming

Permanent role | Lausanne, Switzerland

Your Mission

As the Senior Manager of Statistical Programming, you will provide strategic leadership for Statistical and Clinical Data Science Programming. You will be the driving force behind our digitalization strategy, implementing cutting-edge data science technology and AI adoption to streamline clinical data processing and analysis. Beyond strategy, you will lead a talented team of programmers and data scientists to ensure the highest quality of deliverables for our clinical projects.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Management: Manage a team of statistical programmers, overseeing resource planning, talent acquisition, and professional development.
• Strategic Digitalization: Lead the roadmap for AI adoption and new technical solutions for integrating and reporting clinical data.
• Operational Excellence: Accountable for the quality and timelines of all programming deliverables (datasets, TLFs) for study reports and integrated summaries.
• Vendor Oversight: Provide technical guidance to CRO partners to ensure efficient, integrated project reporting and adherence to standards.
• Compliance: Ensure all activities strictly adhere to GCP, SOPs, and regulatory requirements for electronic data submissions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Biostatistics, Data Management, IT, and Clinical Development functions.

Requirements

Your Profile

• Education: MSc in Statistics, Biostatistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• Experience: At least 7 years of statistical programming experience within pharmaceutical clinical development.
• Technical Expertise: Extensive knowledge of SAS software and general computing techniques.
• Industry Knowledge: Thorough understanding of clinical trial design, reporting processes, and software development/validation methodologies.
• Soft Skills: Proactive communicator with the ability to adapt quickly to changing organizational needs and maintain successful cross-functional partnerships.

Benefits

What we Offer:

• Being part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and impact aren’t just values — they’re how we work every day
• Partner with teams across disciplines, at the forefront of oncology and anti-infective development
• An inclusive and respectful workplace — proud to be Equal-Pay certified
• Grow in a culture that values people, purpose, and performance
• A chance to grow, share, and shape the future of healthcare